Service: from Silvia -- excellent, very responsive…read more All the food was amazing/exceeding expectations -- I had " fruit de mer - seafood bar". Couldn't finish (left the sturgeon shrimp and crayfish) Wife had lobster soup, vongole, and my 6 oyster supplement and half my lobster half. She also had chocolate bavaroise dessert. Highly recommended!

Outstanding seafood! Easy to find in Amsterdam. Grilled King Prawns were awesome. Calamari and…read morekibberling was great also. Service was very attentive. Bottled water (still/bubbly) Great flavors. Really enjoyed our meal.

Wow! Stretched dinner out for a few hours, because I was…read moreenjoying a lazy afternoon with company - the food comes out a bit slowly so that was fine. That said, the time it takes to make the food is WELL WORTH IT. Stumbled upon Frank's on my last night in Amsterdam, and it was the greatest meal I had in town, or even in recent memory. Coffee: Damn good. Salmon-mousse: delicious creamy appetizer. Seafood platter: really nice smoked/chilled bites between the appetizer and entree. Fish-of-the-day: really flavorful smoked salmon served with incredible tomatoes, buttery potatoes, and salad. White wine: refreshing. Banana tarte with coconut ice cream: Wowowowow. The service was excellent. Waiters, cooks, manager we're all very friendly. Watched everything come out of the kitchen -- nothing looks to disappoint.

A wonderful evening out and the perfect spot for a romantic celebration. We spent the evening…read morechatting away and enjoying the music while sipping on a light, refreshing white wine and sampling a number of restuarant's platters. These offerings were all superbly prepared -from the fresh fish, to the smoked meat dish and a tasty cheese platter to finish things off. Arguably the highlight of the evening however, was the dessert! A delicious chocolate lava cake and a cardamom parfait with warm poached pear were the perfect end to a lovely evening. The service was excellent and the waitress was warm and friendly albeit a quiet evening for the establishment. The menu offers a nice range and is very well priced. This restaurant is well worth the short trip from the city center. We will definitely be back!

This shared dining experience is very memorable!…read more From picking the fish to the side dishes, we were guided through the process. It's honestly a surprise from the moment we arrived, because there wasn't a set menu and we didn't know what to expect! The food came out quicker than expected. The seasoning of everything was on point. The fish was fresh and cooked to the right tenderness. My husband and I finished everything (like no bite left behind) in 90 minutes! (You can see how big the fish was in the photo!) I got to say on a side note that the seats are quite small and uncomfortable. I should have taken advantage of their coat area. I was out and about for 6 hours and bought a ton of stuff from museums and markets. There was not enough space for me to put my stuff at my seat at all. The final touch was the free ice cream cone at the end. Andddd I should have asked if I could kept the sardine... unfortunately, I haven't been able to find it here in the U.S.

Very cool experience here. Upon checking in you're given the low down on how it all works and given…read morea can of sardines with your table number written on it. A fun keepsake! You choose your seafood and they tell you how it will be served. The seafood is weighed and you're given a tally of your meal. You also choose a selection of sides to go with your dinner. Once you choose your seafood you go to the wine bar and choose your drinks. We chose a pasta side orecchiette with pesto sauce and curried cauliflower. For our main dish, we chose the seabreem. We started with scallops and calamari which were both delicious and our seabreem was perfectly cooked. It would be nice to have more than one option as to how our fish could be made but all in all everything was fresh and well prepared. Service came with a smile and you can't beat the novelty and ambiance!

I was out for my afternoon walk and saw a woman eating shrimp scampi outside - looked really good…read more(yeah, she caught me looking at her plate. I felt like a creep. A little). So came here for dinner and got the shrimp scampi! Tasted just as good as it looked! Lots of shrimp, garlic, other stuff, etc. Excellent. Lots of other seafood choices, they seem to specialize in the mixed grill / seafood tower type dishes. It all looked good. There's a counter at the front where you can pick out your dinner. Reasonable prices for what you get, really good selection of wine by the glass. Good looking and friendly staff. Five stars!

What a fulfilling way to spend what was supposed to be a full day that unexpectedly turned into…read morejust five hours in Amsterdam. We had originally booked the Damrak 213 location but had to cancel due to a flight delay. Determined to make the most of our short time before heading to Paris the next morning, I chose this location because it was close to the areas we wanted to explore after dinner -- and I'm so glad I did. After reading on their website that they keep tables available for walk-ins at most locations, we decided to try our luck. As soon as my best friend and I walked in, we were not disappointed. The ambiance felt right immediately -- warm, inviting, and full of good energy. There was little to no wait, and the fresh seafood display at the front looked incredible. Vanessa was our lovely server and truly a whole vibe throughout the evening. She, along with "Mr. Champion," gave us great suggestions on where to walk and explore next -- and we absolutely took their advice. I love a menu where you can order and split a little bit of everything with a friend, and every single dish was perfection. The shrimp croquettes, king prawns, asparagus, roasted carrots, and fish and chips (kibbeling) were all served hot, fresh, and packed with flavor at a very reasonable price. The kitchen was run by a Black chef who was clearly putting in serious work and completely understanding the assignment. I wanted to personally commend him, but he was fully locked in and busy creating magic. Even the espresso martini stood out -- easily one of the best I've had. Great, relatable conversations, amazing food, and the evening ended on a sweet note with a complimentary lemon crème brûlée served with sparkles. This spot is truly a neighborhood gem. I'm so glad we chose this location -- it turned a rushed travel day into a memorable night dining with some true champions. We can't wait to return with more time to fully enjoy the experience.

We ate here at our first night in Amsterdam! Beautiful space that's well decorated, is bright, and…read moreairy. Started with they're version of a bloody mary that has a fresh oyster on top. We ordered the cold seafood platter, gumbo, and mussels. THe seafood overall was good but I think the platter was a little light. None of the seafood was particularly 'plump' in my opinion, but a good variety.

I had the pleasure of stopping by the Seafood Bar after my overseas flight to Amsterdam. I was…read morewarmly welcomed by the staff, who seated me right away and even made some great recommendations. The meal was so good that I decided to stop there again on my last night before taking a river boat down the Rhine, Fortunately for me, they were celebrating the anniversary of their opening and handed me a glass of bubbly as soon as I walked in. Once again, the staff was very friendly and accommodating. The food was delicious. I would highly recommend.

My wife and I along with another couple made reservations a day in advance but we really didn't…read moreneed the reservation. The food was simple but it was some of the best seafood we had eaten in a long time. I can recommend the restaurant without reservation. One caveat: the pace is leisurely, so allow time. The staff is helpful, friendly, and speaks English. Special mention for the sea bass dish, which was especially good. With a shared bottle of nice Chardonnay, the meal cost around 33 Euros per person.

Our first dinner in Amsterdam that came recommended by our hotel host…read more The restaurant is off the beaten path (e.g., away from the tourists). It's a 26 seats restaurant. The decor is bright and light. The food is divine. The service is great. We ordered the mussels in white wine for appetizers. The mussels came with two house made mayos One with ketchup and the other with mustard. Delicious. The flavor were light wth a hint of scallions and mustard when eating with the mustard mayo. Hubby ordered the sea bass for dinner and I ordered the cod. The sea bass was a whole fish, tender, juicy, and seasoned just right with salt and pepper. The cod had a crispy skin and when eaten with the mustard sauce and spinach had a great taste. For desert, we ordered the chocolate cake. The cake was presented beautifully wth blueberries and raspberries. The cake was dense and made with dark chocolate. It was not bitter nor sweet. Perfect. A must try in Amsterdam.

I've eaten here a few times purely because of the location, but every time I do I wish I was down…read morethe street at Vishandel Molenaar. The herring here is about the same as you'll find anywhere, but what I find disappointing is their cooked fish. If you get any cooked fish here, such as frites/fish sticks, or kibbeling, they reheat it in the microwave, which leads to spongy soggy fish that makes me sad. If you take the fish home to heat up in the oven it might be ok, but I advise against eating warm fish that's been heated up in the shop.

Great seafood. Such a pity that we visited just acterbreakfast. Well shrimp was great and tasty…read more Price was less than 5 Euro. Try to visit afternoon 5 pmish and have dinner. Beautifull sea.

I came here a few months back with colleagues during a work conference and am I glad they chose…read morethis spot for dinner. The decor is dark inside but very inviting and interesting. I loved it, almost like entering a dark Wonderland. The steak here is amazing and I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Our waitress was also very friendly. Highly recommend it and I am looking forward to returning when I am back in town!

We had a reservation for dinner. We arrived and were seated right away. First thing I noticed was…read morethat it smelled off/ stale inside. A waiter took our drink orders fairly quickly. ai ordered a lime spritzer which was not good at all (obviously not fresh/ quality ingredients used). It was a ridiculous amount of time without anyone taking our food order or checking if we liked our drinks. And all the while, we could hear a female employee complaining loudly back by the bar. At this point we decided to leave. Honestly, we wouldn't have trusted any food from there at this point. Do not waste your time here.

Super cute little place! Wait staff was friendly. Ai told us that this place had herring and…read moresmoked eel. They do not. But they do have kibbling and it is really good! Wine was good. Food is a bit on the spendy side but that's to be expected in down town Amsterdam!

Made a last minute reservation here on a Monday evening. Restaurant was fairly full during peak…read moredinner rush but cleared out by 8 PM. Upon ordering you can a cup of shrimp crackers traditionally seen in Asian cuisine. We ordered the fish and chips and a basket of calamari. Both were great! Fish was extremely flaky but held the light batter very well. Their tartar sauce is on the milder side so we added some lemon and salt to our preference. The calamari was very thick but tender, the batter didn't hold as well to this but the flavor and texture were nice. Reasonably priced for the location with friendly service. I'd come back here and eat again.

Popped in here late on Saturday night around 9. We waited a minute for a table inside & then a…read moreparty of three left & we got their cozy little table next to the door. World's coziest table & bench, but cute. The restaurant itself is petite and homey. The candles were lit and the lighting was dim. Lots of folks were here enjoying themselves. Food was fine. Not terribly inspired, but comforting on a blustery day. The menu is limited for non meat eaters or pescatarians. Drinks were good. Service was friendly. A cute neighborhood cat made a visit. That was a highlight. Overall, this was a good experience.

We came to The Cottage for dinner on the last night of our visit to Amsterdam, and it ended up…read morebeing one of our favorite meals of the entire trip! It is so incredibly cozy inside, and you will want to stay and hang out for hours. The service was great, and they have a very well-curated menu including plenty of vegetarian options. We each went with one of their pot pies and they were amazing. I am still dreaming about the mushroom one! Don't miss out on the triple ginger cake for dessert - it is an absolute must. I wish we lived closer so that we could come all the time! Definitely be sure to make a reservation, as I can see how it could get busy inside, especially on a weekend.